DESIGN OF A SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM BASED ON THE FSSC 22000 STANDARD (FOOD SAFETY SYSTEM CERTIFICATION) V5.0 FOR THE COMPANY LACTALIS OF EQUATOR S.A.

Abstract

The aim of the present investigation was to Design a safety management system based on FSSC 22000 (FOOD SAFETY SYSTEM CERTIFICATION) V5.0. for the company Lactalis del Ecuador S.A. The methodological approach adopted included many stages. First, the requirements for operations were organized, including building design, allergy control and pest control ect. The HACCP Plan was then implemented in accordance with FSSC 22000 V5.0, taking into account certain dairy products such as butter, yogurt, cream cheese, whole milk and skimmed milk. To combat food fraud, a Food Defence Management Programme was created simultaneously. The results were worth mentioning. The audit obtained a score of 128 points, with 55.50% of responses being considered positive and 44.50% not satisfied. Food safety programmes were implemented to improve risk management and hazard reduction throughout the manufacturing process. The implementation of the programmes was successful, as the findings show, both in terms of food safety and compliance. In order to ensure long-term effectiveness, staff training, continuous improvement efforts and ongoing evaluation of anti-fraud procedures were suggested. Thanks to this initiative, Lactalis of Equator has consolidated itself as a pioneer in the dairy sector, demonstrating a strong commitment to quality and continuous advances in food safety.